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Differential Fluid - Dealer Recommended thoughts?

Old 12-08-2016, 07:39 PM
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Originally Posted by s2000maniac
Go with with either mobil 1 75w90 or LE 1605 or Amsoil 75w110
Which ever one is easier for you to get. Can't go wrong with any of those fluids.
Curious - why Amsoil 75w110? Why not Amsoil 75w90? How do they differ?
Old 12-09-2016, 03:16 AM
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It's my understanding the SAE spec changed since our cars were built. I use the bottle on the right.

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Old 12-09-2016, 03:35 AM
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When our S2000 came out there was no SAE110 and the recommended SAE90 had a very large viscosity span.
Here's the numbers for comparison:
  • Old SAE90: 13,5 - 24 cSt @ 100°C
  • New SAE90: 13,5 - 18,5 cSt @ 100°C
  • "New" SAE110: 18.5 - 24 cSt @ 100°C
Old 12-09-2016, 12:03 PM
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I use Mobil 75w-140 for the diff (Honda MTF for tranny and Castrol Edge Synthetic for engine). Cost 2x as much as their 75w-90, but you only need 1 bottle anyways. The 140 is supposed to be thicker, more durable, longer lasting, higher torque load and doesn't break down as quickly.
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Will Amsoil 75w110 make a noticeable difference in fuel economy when compared to Amsoil 75w90?
Old 12-10-2016, 12:08 PM
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No.I recommend 110 over 90 for hotter temps.It's what I use in the Carolinas.

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Originally Posted by redlineracing
No.I recommend 110 over 90 for hotter temps.It's what I use in the Carolinas.
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I see.
My car lives in northern New England - Vermont to be specific. It is a three season car. It is sound asleep in winter. It is extremely rare that it is driven below 30F. 95% of the time it is driven in temps in the 40F - 90F range. I'd estimate 75% of the time the temps are 55F to 85F.
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